Newport Beach International Boat Show Named #1 Boat Show in the Nation…

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.  Source — (BUSINESS WIRE)

Newport Beach International Boat Show is proud to announce that it has been named the #1 Boat Show in the United States by USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards for 2025. Full official announcement from USA Today 10BEST was released on May 7th, 2025.

This national recognition follows the overwhelming success of the 2024 show, where record attendance, world-class activations, and unforgettable experiences cemented Newport Beach as the premier destination for marine lifestyle events. The show’s blend of high-end yachts, music, entertainment and family-friendly programming captured the hearts of attendees and, now, the nation.

“We’re incredibly honored and humbled to receive this recognition from USA Today readers,” said Anthony Trimino, CEO of Revel Republic, the show’s producer. “It’s a testament to the vibrant Newport Beach community, our incredible partners, and all the passionate boating enthusiasts who make this event so special.”

Source: Business Wire — https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250501645489/en/Newport-Beach-International-Boat-Show-Named-1-Boat-Show-in-the-Nation?utm_campaign=shareaholic&utm_medium=wordpress_blog&utm_source=blog

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If that sounds dramatic, it is. I can’t imagine our city without the ferry, but unless something is done, this treasured piece of our city could be gone in less than two years.

Thousands of locals and visitors use the ferry every year and it’s a vital part of our culture and history. It is part of what makes us Newport Beach, and in my mind, it is as important as our beaches. But all of that is now threatened and could be lost.

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